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LJ International Inc. – Background & History

Company Origin
LJ International Inc. was founded in 2017 in California by Jim Lee , leveraging over 16 years of global IT service and management experience at IBM. The company was established with a vision to integrate international business expertise with localized operations in the U.S. market.

Development Timeline

2018–2020: Entered the food & beverage sector as a franchise operator of Five Guys in Southern California (Riverside and San Bernardino counties), gaining hands-on experience in bringing global brands into local markets.

2020–2022: Expanded into the education sector, partnering with the West California Academy of Art & Design to launch youth art training programs, supporting community development and cultural education.

2022–Present: Transitioned focus toward cross-border e-commerce and IT consulting services, while also venturing into LED lighting and solar equipment import and wholesale distribution, targeting Southern California’s construction, warehouse, and renewable energy markets.

Company Positioning
LJ International Inc. aims to be a multi-dimensional business platform, with a focus on:

Cross-border Trade – Importing high-quality LED lighting and solar products from Asia into the U.S. market.

IT & Systems Consulting – Helping Chinese and international enterprises modernize their IT infrastructure, cloud migration, and compliance management, backed by IBM and Kyndryl expertise.

Community & Education Services – Continuing support for youth education and local community growth initiatives.

Future Outlook
The company plans to deepen its presence in the Southern California Chinese-American community and expand its role in cross-border B2B markets, building a platform that balances business growth with social value.